Mental wellbeing

Your mental wellbeing matters

Welcome! Looking after our mental well-being is just as important as our physical health. This page is your go-to spot for helpful resources, practical guides, and upcoming events designed to support you in feeling your best.

Useful guides

Please expand the accordions below to find clear pathways to the support you need. Remember, it’s okay to reach out, and there are many resources available to assist you.

  • Use self-care resources on MTW intranet
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for 24/7 support including counselling for psychological and practical life concerns for you and your family. Contact EAP via http://www.healthassuredeap.co.uk/ – username, password, and further details can be found in leaflets located in the education centres.
  • Revisit self-care advice and resources
  • Use self-care resources on the MTW intranet
  • Contact your GP
  • If you’re under a mental health team, arrange a review
  • Self-refer or ask your manager for an Occupational Health referral
  • Self-refer to our Occupational Health Psychological Team. Email mtw-tr.psychologicaloh@nhs.net
  • Contact EAP via www.healthassuredeap.co.uk – username and password available on request from the Education Centre
  • Call the National Wellbeing Support Line on 0800 069 6222
  • Call Access to Work Mental Health Support Service 0300 456 8114. Visit www.remploy.co.uk
  • Revisit self-care advice and resources
  • Use self-care resources on MTW intranet for local drug/alcohol and smoking cessation services
  • Worried about your own or someone else’s drinking? Call Drinkline, the national free and confidential alcohol helpline on 0300 123 1110
  • Talk to your GP
  • Contact EAP via https://wisdom.healthassured.org/login (access code is MHA069035).
  • Self-refer or ask your manager for an Occupational Health referral

Get informed and mobilise support

Tell someone – family, friend, work colleague, professional

If you’re at home, ring 999: Tell someone – family or friend to support you to get help

If you’re at work, tell someone. Attend psychiatry liaison team in A&E for immediate support or call A&E Psychiatric Liaison Team pager via the switchboard

If you’re waiting for support or feel unsure what to do:

– Call the Samaritans anytime on 116123 or text ‘Shout’ to 85258

– Call the Single Point of Access service on 0800 783 9111, 24/7 service. www.kmpt.nhs.uk/need-help

– Mental Health Matters (24/7) on 0800 107 0160

– Always go to A&E in an emergency

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What is mental wellbeing?

Mental well-being is about more than just not having a mental health problem. It’s about feeling good and functioning well in the world. This includes:

  • Feeling positive: Experiencing happiness, joy, contentment, and hope.
  • Resilience: Being able to bounce back from life’s ups and downs.
  • Positive relationships: Connecting with others and feeling supported.
  • Sense of purpose: Feeling like your life has meaning and direction.
  • Managing stress: Developing healthy ways to cope with pressure and challenges.

Looking after your mental well-being can help you enjoy life more and deal with difficult times. It’s something we can all benefit from, no matter our circumstances.

Why your wellbeing matters

Investing in your health, happiness, and professional growth is fundamental to your success and the quality of care you provide. We’re committed to supporting you in these vital areas throughout your medical education journey.

Enhance your wellbeing

Because your mental and emotional health is fundamental to your success and happiness.

Boost your physical health

To ensure you have the energy and vitality needed for your demanding role.

Manage your finances

So you can focus on your learning without unnecessary financial stress.

Support your learning & growth

Because your professional development is an investment in your future and the future of our healthcare.

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If you need help, we’re here

Because your mental and emotional health is fundamental to your success and happiness.